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New edition of a popular guide for small animal veterinary practitioners covering anaesthesia and its administration.* This new edition covers not only the medical aspects, but also the legal, ethical and practical consequences before, during and after surgery* The use of anaesthetics and analgesics is broken down into their use in dental, ophthalmic and thoracic surgery among others, and the impact of various diseases and disorders on their efficacy* Provides advice on how to deal with complications and emergencies and techniques for managing pain

The BSAVA Pocketbook for Veterinary Nurses offers quick access to key information on a wealth of procedures. In this second edition, editor Emma Gerrard has built on the excellent work of Louise O'Dwyer to reflect the expanding responsibilities of the profession whilst retaining handy features, such as emergency doses and a ruler on the inside covers. Notable additions include: Surgical and anaesthetic checklists, pain scales for dogs, cats and rabbits, dental recording charts, and PROTECT ME information on antimicrobial resistance.Key points* Expanded and updated to cover more aspects of modern veterinary nursing.* Arranged in alphabetical order and cross-referenced for ease of use.* Provides convenient access to condensed knowledge from a range of BSAVA titles.* Over 70 full-colour illustrations bring life to radiographic positioning, bandaging and more.* Retains the practical design of the first edition, with emergency doses and a ruler on the inside covers.

Dermatology constitutes a large percentage of the daily caseload in small animal practice and can represent a challenge for the busy practitioner, as many different diseases have similar presenting signs. For this reason, a structured understanding of how to approach a dermatological case is essential for a successful outcome.The 4th edition of the BSAVA Manual of Canine and Feline Dermatology has been completely updated, chapters have been expanded and structurally divided to include the management of specific diseases and common dermatological cases, such as ectoparasite infestation and its treatment and prophylaxis, atopic dermatitis and its management, superficial and deep pyoderma and their treatment, feline-specific conditions and their management, autoimmune and immune-mediated diseases and a targeted management, etc. New chapters have also been added to this new edition, such topical treatments, nutrients of the skin and regional dermatoses.The manual begins by providing the reader with a grounding in examination and investigative techniques, including a new chapter on cytology. The second section focuses on a problem-oriented approach to common dermatological conditions and their management. The final part of the manual covers the major skin diseases of dogs and cats.

BSAVA Cognitive Aids for Anaesthesia in Small Animal Practice ist ein Referenzwerk zum schnellen Nachschlagen und richtet sich an Veterinärteams im OP. Das Praktikerbuch enthält Checklisten, die während der Anästhesie genutzt werden sollten, sowie Leitlinien für den Umgang mit Problemen und Krisenchecklisten. Die folgenden Bereiche werden abgedeckt:- Instrumente, Geräte und Medikamentenlisten.- Bewertungslisten und Formulare vor der Einleitung einer Anästhesie.- Intraoperative Sicherheitschecklisten.- Krisenchecklisten (z. B. Hyperthermie, Hypotonie, Hämorraghie).- Leitlinien für den Umgang mit Problemen wie Kapnografie-Wellenformen), Puls-Wellenformen und Pulsoximetrie.

This new edition builds upon the success of the first edition of the BSAVA Manual of Canine and Feline Musculoskeletal Disorders, as well as its predecessor the BSAVA Manual of Small Animal Arthrology. The chapters have been extensively revised and updated to reflect the advances in the field over the past 10 years. The manual is divided into four main sections: Lameness investigation Musculoskeletal disorders Principles of orthopaedic surgery Management of specific disorders, ordered by joint.

Emergency care is one of the most important areas of veterinary medicine. Building on the success of the previous editions, the international team of editors and authors have reviewed and updated the manual so that it reflects the continued growth in knowledge and understanding in this crucial area while remaining a highly practical resource.The introductory chapters, covering areas such as triage, catheterization and the assessment of shock and dyspnoea, sit alongside chapters that cover system specific emergencies, ranging from cardiac arrhythmias to uterine prolapse, and from corneal ulceration to fractures and luxations. The text is fully illustrated throughout.* Highly practical* Updated to reflect current knowledge in this crucial area* Illustrated throughout

This new edition of a must-have manual, edited by Elizabeth Villiers, Jelena Ristic and Laura Blackwood, features new case studies and updated images. There is an increased focus on principles, testing and interpreting results as well as sampling, genetic testing and diagnosing genetic and inherited diseases. Fully revised and expanded, this manual contains not just advice for the busy practitioner, but also for the concerned owner and how they can play a part in the treatment of their pet.

The importance of animal behavior and psychological well-being is increasingly being recognized in the veterinary profession. This new edition is designed to be even more practical and user-friendly than the first. For a range of behavioral presentations, consideration is given to evaluation of the patient, including any possible underlying disease; evaluation of client attitudes, beliefs and behavior; risk evaluation; behavioral biology of the condition; acute management protocols; long-term treatment strategies; prognosis; follow-up; and preventive measures. A special chapter on shelter animals has been added, as this is an area where veterinary support is increasingly sought in both health and husbandry. An included CD offers client handouts, history-taking forms, detailed behavioral questionaires for each species and a referral form.

The BSAVA Manual of Rodents and Ferrets is a new title to the BSAVA range. The Manual is split into two distinct sections: the first part is dedicated to rodents covering biology, husbandry and clinical techniques, as well as the diseases particular to these animals. The second part of the Manual is devoted to ferrets and discusses biology, husbandry and clinical techniques, and diseases by body system. Coverage includes main disease conditions as well as medicine and surgery. The straightforward and clinical approach ensures that veterinarians in practice will find it useful as a general reference text.

The BSAVA Guide to Procedures in Small Animal Practice provides practical, step-by-step guidance on how toperform the diagnostic and therapeutic procedures commonly performed in small animal veterinary practice. In addition, routine clinical examination of the major body systems, and protocols for the management of selected emergencies, are described. In addition to the actual technique, each procedure has information on indications and contraindications, equipment required, and potential complications, together with the editors' own hints and tips. Details of BSAVA Manuals where wider information can be found, such as interpretation of results, are given throughout. This new Guide builds on previous editions with the inclusion of high-quality videos, produced to augment the text and highlight specific steps in procedures that are challenging to explain in words or still images. These accessible and engaging videos capture the details of diagnostic and therapeutic procedures, as well as system examinations, adding additional value to this go-to resource.

Thoracic radiographs are relatively easy to obtain, but particularly difficult to interpret. The BSAVA Manual of Canine and Feline Thoracic Imaging aims to help practitioners, students and radiologists alike meet this challenge. The very popular Manual has been comprehensively updated for its second edition. The Manual begins with introductory chapters, which provide the reader with a grounding in the various imaging modalities. There are two new chapters: a discussion of the potential applications of artificial intelligence technology in thoracic imaging and a detailed section dedicated to the principles of thoracic imaging interpretation. The second section is devoted to the individual body systems. To aid the reader with information retrieval, each anatomical region is approached in the following way: radiographic anatomy and variations; interpretive principles; and diseases. Information on diseases is further subdivided into sections covering radiographic findings and the results and interpretation of other imaging studies. Each of the chapters is accompanied by a wealth of images, demonstrating both the normal radiographic appearance of structures and the abnormalities associated with disease. Specially commissioned illustrations provide an extra dimension.

The BSAVA Small Animal Formulary has been one of the Association's most trusted and highly valued publications for over a quarter of a century. Under the guidance of Editor-in-Chief, Fergus Allerton, the Editorial Panel has thoroughly reviewed and updated the content of the Formulary.

The BSAVA Small Animal Formulary has been one of the Association's most trusted and highly valued publications for over a quarter of a century. Under the guidance of Editor-in-Chief, Joanna Hedley, the Editorial Panel has thoroughly reviewed and updated the content to ensure that the most up-to-date information is provided on the medications used for exotic pets.

Awareness of animal sentience and welfare continues to grow in parallel with that of human mental health. This brand new manual for the whole practice team provides concise practical information on how to assess and maintain the highest standards of welfare in all veterinary environments. Written by a team of experts from a range of disciplines, the manual is relevant to all veterinary professionals and animal carers, as well as those studying animal welfare and behaviour. This title takes a holistic approach to animal health, and covers the welfare of the veterinary team and the 'One Health' positive aspects of pet ownership and animal contact.

Das BSAVA Manual of Canine and Feline Endoscopy and Endosurgery ist ein umfasender und praxisorientierter Leitfaden zu minial-invasiven Verfahren. Routineeingriffe werden detailliert beschreiben, auch komplexere Techniken werden vorgestellt.- Alle Kapitel wurden sorgfältig überarbeitet und aktualisiert.- Neu sind Kapitel zu Ösophagoskopie, interventioneller Endoskopie und zukünftigen Entwicklungen.- Bietet noch mehr ausführliche Informationen zu minimal-invasiven Techniken bei Katzen.- Das Kapitel zu Laparoskopie wurde signifikant erweitert und erläutert nun weitere Techniken, von der Leberbiopsie und Ovariektomie bis hin zur Cholezystektomie und Adrenalektomie.Exklusives VideomaterialDiese Auflage bietet erstmals Videos zu den einzelnen Kapiteln. Die Videos sind in der BSAVA Library verfügbar.

The BSAVA Guide to Pain Management in Small Animal Practice is an essential reference guide for use in daily practice by all members of the veterinary team. Presented in an easy-to-read instructional format, this guide is intended to give practitioners practical information on pain management for small animals, including cats and dogs, birds, rabbits and exotic pets, with an emphasis on patient welfare and evidence-based medicine.The early chapters lay the foundations of pain management, including the physiology of pain, acute and chronic pain, pharmacological treatment and physical treatment. The following chapters focus on particular pain scenarios, such as dental pain and cancer pain, using authors' perspectives and case examples to enhance guidelines.

Dieses Handbuch vermittelt einen praktischen und aktuellen Ansatz bei der chirurgischen Versorgung von Kopf-, Nacken- und Thoraxverletzungen bei Hunden und Katzen. Die Kapitel beschreiben die notwendigen chirurgischen Instrumente und chirurgischen Verfahren, beginnend mit Mundhöhle und Nase und weiter kaudal. Jedes Kapitel erläutert Diagnose und Behandlung sowie Schritt für Schritt die Operationstechniken für ausgewählte Verfahren.